TecQ: Inflight Internet, OnePlus 5T, Jio Data Plans, and More

TecQ is our weekly round-up of the top technology stories

Gadgets Then, Gadgets Now: Revisiting Technology from 100 Years Ago

From the launch of the Galaxy Note 8 to the much in demand iPhone X, 2017 has been a great year for technology.

But it’s not only the smartphones that have ruled the roost this year. Artificial intelligence, voice assistance and virtual reality headsets have also made headlines.

As we bid farewell to the year, it’s quite evident that 2017 has played a pivotal role in nurturing the future of technology.

Check out our video here.

Inflight Internet in India a Few Months Away: What You’ll Get

We’re just a few months away from getting access to the internet on flights in the country. The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) and the Department of Telecom (DoT) will make the final decision on how to roll out inflight WiFi services in the domestic sector.

The final word will be given in a month's time, after which airline authorities and carriers can plan their strategies to offer internet access to its passengers.

Want to know more? Read the full story here

LG V30+ Vs Galaxy Note 8: The Dual Camera Flagship Fight

At first I wasn’t even sure whether to do this comparison. The Rs 68,000 Note 8 against the Rs 45,000 V30+! Doesn’t seem fair.

However, then I thought of the many out there who’d want to see where LG’s new flagship, the V30+, stands in comparison to the champion of champions in the smartphone world, the Note 8.

Read the full comparison here.

Data Plans on Reliance Jio Likely to Cost You More in 2018: Report

Reliance Jio is likely to increase the price of its 4G data plans in 2018. This prediction has been made by Open Signal in a report, which clearly means that Jio might stop offering bundled 3-month plans and instead charge its users for each month.

Ever since Jio started its services back in 2016, the Mukesh Ambani-owned telecom entity has been showering goodies, freebies and attractive data plans (with free voice calls for lifetime), which has helped the operator to sign up over 130 million users in a short span.

But looks like the honeymoon period for Jio users will be over real soon. This became evident recently, when Jio, probably for the first time, decided to increase the price of its 4G data plans, or reduce the validity period available with plans.

Read the full story here.

In Photos: OnePlus 5T Star Wars Edition Launches in India

OnePlus has unleashed the dark side with the OnePlus 5T Star Wars edition in the Indian market for a price of Rs 38,999. The phone has released in sync with the release of the latest Star Wars franchise on Friday.

The phone is basically the regular OnePlus 5T, except you get this one in white-coloured sandstone finish and a Star Wars logo sticker at the back. Take a closer look at this special edition.

Have a look at the new OnePlus 5T here.

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